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🌊 About Sabang Beach
Sabang Beach is one of the most popular destinations in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro. It’s famous for its vibrant underwater life, diving sites, and nightlife scene. Situated on the northern coast of Mindoro Island, Sabang attracts both local and international tourists looking for adventure beneath the waves and fun after dark.
The beach is a lively hub filled with dive shops, restaurants, and bars. During the day, the main attraction is scuba diving — Sabang has over 40 dive sites within a short boat ride, including coral gardens, shipwrecks, and reef walls teeming with marine life. At night, the beach transforms into a lively spot for music, food, and entertainment.
🚤 How to Get There
Sabang Beach is located in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, about 130 km south of Manila. Getting there involves a scenic land and sea journey.
- From Manila: Take a bus bound for Batangas Port (Jam Liner or Ceres). Travel time: around 2 hours.
- From Batangas Port: Ride a ferry or fast craft bound for Sabang or Muelle Port, Puerto Galera. Travel time: 1 to 1.5 hours.
- From Puerto Galera town: Take a short tricycle ride to Sabang Beach.
Alternatively, private vans and chartered boats are available for groups or quick transfers from Manila.
🐠 What to Expect at Sabang Beach
Diving and nightlife define Sabang Beach. It’s the main diving hub of Puerto Galera, with dozens of dive centers offering beginner to advanced PADI courses. Popular dive spots include the Sabang Wrecks, Hole in the Wall, Canyons, and Monkey Beach. Even non-divers can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and island-hopping to nearby White Beach or Big La Laguna.
- Over 40 dive sites within 15 minutes by boat
- Vibrant nightlife with beach bars and restaurants
- Crystal-clear water perfect for snorkeling
- Beautiful sunset views by the shore
- Close to Big La Laguna Beach for a quieter escape
🏝️ Where to Stay
Sabang offers a wide range of accommodations — from budget rooms to high-end dive resorts. Most are beachfront and close to restaurants and dive shops.
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- El Galleon Dive Resort – beachfront with dive center
- Atlantis Dive Resort – luxury diving and spa resort
- Papa Fred’s Beach Resort – modern rooms with sea view
- Scandi Divers – quiet resort at Big La Laguna Beach
We stayed at The Big Apple Resort, a great place to stay. Their scuba training is being held at the pool area, one of the cheapest resorts in Sabang, Puerto Galera. Aside from its scuba facility, the Big Apple has a good ambiance inside because of its landscape with trees and flowers (look at the photo above). Our rooms are clean, with cable TV, a shower room with a water heater, a mini-refrigerator, a cabinet, a sofa, and a terrace. If you're looking for other hotels, reviews from other tourists, updated prices for comparison, or you want to book them, Agoda has made it easier for you.
🗓️ Our Actual Itinerary in Sabang
Our group, Batang Hamog Mountaineers, usually makes sure to participate in any Freedom-related activities to celebrate the freedom that was proclaimed on June 12, 1898. This year, to be out of our comfort zone, we organized a Freedom Dive held in Sabang, Puerto Galera, Province of Oriental Mindoro, which is one of the best diving spots in the Philippines. We all know that the Philippines is composed of more than seven thousand islands and is surrounded by water, so scuba diving is just one of the most tried water activities.
After diving, we rested for more than an hour, then walked by the beach with the sunset and visited different sides of Sabang. After the tiring activities for the day, we had our dinner and socials by the pool. We were the only group occupying the area, so taking photos and chitchatting was not a problem. For our dinner, we ordered from the resort's menu and were served by friendly waiters.
Isang maligayang Araw ng Kalayaan sa inyong lahat! Naging masaya ang aming pagbisita sa Sabang kahit hindi lahat nakasama. Ito ang patunay na kahit isa o dalawang beses lang kaming nagkakasama sa isang taon, kaya naming sulitin at bawiin ang mga panahong di kami magkasama. Sa July naman mangyayari ang taunang Anibersaryo ng Batang Hamog Mountaineers. Alam kong mas maraming miyembro ang aming makakasama. Looking forward to our 8th Year Anniversary.
💡 Travel Tips
- Bring enough cash; ATMs can be limited in Sabang.
- If you’re not into nightlife, stay near Big or Small La Laguna for a quieter stay.
- Book dive lessons in advance during peak season.
- Bring reef-safe sunscreen and snorkeling gear.
- Best time to visit: November to May (dry season).
🌅 Final Thoughts
Sabang Beach perfectly balances adventure and leisure — it’s where you can dive by day and unwind by night. Whether you’re an underwater explorer, a beach lover, or someone who enjoys the lively seaside vibe, Sabang has something for everyone. With its world-class diving spots and fun atmosphere, Sabang Beach truly captures the best of what Puerto Galera has to offer.
As someone who has visited all 82 provinces in the Philippines, I’ve created a complete guide to help you explore each one. Check out my Philippines 82 Provinces Travel Guide here.
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